Geography Quiz

What is the purpose of a compass in map reading?

• To find the shortest route

• To determine the scale of the map

• To identify the direction

• To measure distances

Which of the following is NOT a topic covered under 'Weather and Climate' in the Year 6 Geography Exam Revision Pack?

• Microclimates

• Types of rainfall

• Water Cycle

• Factors affecting climate

What does '4/6 fig. grid reference' relate to?

Which of the following is a method of flood prevention?

• Building dams

• Increasing rainfall

• Removing vegetation

• Reducing water usage

Which river is located near the city of London on the map of the British Isles?

• River Severn

• River Shannon

• River Thames

• River Clyde

Which National Park is located in the northern part of the British Isles?

• Yorkshire Dales

• North York Moors

• Northumberland

• Cairngorms

Which river's source is in Wales?

• River Clyde

• River Severn

• River Shannon

• River Trent

Which city is the capital of Wales?

• Cardiff

• Belfast

• Edinburgh

• Manchester

Within which mountain range would you find Ben Nevis?

• Grampian Mountains

• North West Highlands

• Pennines

• None of the above

Which body of water lies between England and France?

• North Sea

• Irish Sea

• English Channel

• River Clyde